my husband has passed away and i have heard that hazrath ayesha use to always wear a white scarf. please comment

· 20 Rabiʻ II 1423 AH1 min readFatwa 5929English

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my husband has passed away and i have heard that hazrath ayesha use to always wear a white scarf. please comment

Answer

Wearing a white scarf is not necessary in Iddat. You may wear any colour of clothing in Iddat provided the clothing is not bright or attractive.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Muhammad Kadwa
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